How Our Calculator Works

Understanding the science behind our snow day predictions

1. Data Collection

We gather real-time weather data from multiple reliable sources, including:

  • Temperature readings
  • Snowfall predictions
  • Wind speed measurements
  • Road conditions

2. Analysis

Our algorithm processes multiple factors:

  • Historical closure patterns
  • Local district policies
  • Geographic considerations
  • Time of year

3. Prediction

We calculate closure probability based on:

  • Weather severity
  • Timing of storms
  • District history
  • Safety thresholds

Detailed Process Explanation

Weather Data Analysis

Our system continuously monitors multiple weather parameters including:

  • Temperature trends and forecasts
  • Precipitation types and amounts
  • Wind speed and direction
  • Visibility conditions
  • Road surface temperatures

Historical Pattern Recognition

We analyze years of historical data to identify patterns in:

  • Previous school closing decisions
  • Weather conditions during closures
  • Regional response patterns
  • Seasonal variations

Probability Calculation

Final predictions are based on a weighted algorithm considering:

  • Current weather severity
  • Forecast accuracy
  • Local district policies
  • Geographic factors

Our Prediction Accuracy

85%

Overall Prediction Accuracy

90% Accuracy in Heavy Snow
85% Accuracy in Mixed Conditions
80% Accuracy in Light Snow

Continuous Improvement

Our prediction algorithm is constantly learning and improving through:

  • Machine learning updates
  • Real-time data analysis
  • User feedback integration
  • Historical pattern analysis